Pocket getaways

Can't decide how much to spend on a break? Consider our options for all budgets.

Is the city chaos bogging you down? Fret not. Getting away from the banality of the daily grind will keep the urban fatigue at bay. And winter is the best time to hit the great outdoors. Whether it's a vacation in an exotic locale, or a weekend spent in style, the options are many. Simply Kolkata gives you a lowdown on the places you can head to, depending on your budget.

Rs 1-5 lakh

We recommend: New Year bash in Singapore

Game for luxury? If you have that kind of money to spare, whisk your family away for a spectacular New Year bash to Singapore with a cruise thrown in. For about Rs 65,000 per head, you can spend six days in Singapore and go for a two day cruise. A trip to the famed Sentosa Island is a must.

Looking for a serene getaway but don't want to waste time booking tickets for the travel?

Drive down to Ganga Kutir. The resort hugging the Ganges will give you a peaceful break. For some action, step into Footloose, the nightclub at the adjacent Ffort Raichak. Some must-try options are the relaxing spa treatments at Anaya Spa and a dip in the pool.

Room tariffs start at Rs 11,000 and go up to Rs 20,000 for the presidential suites, per night.Call: 9830374010. Email: gangakutir@ffort.com.Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000

We recommend: ITC Sonar short-break packages

Want to spend some quality time right here, in the city? The ITC Sonar Hotel has short-break packages that perfectly fit the bill. Packages cost around Rs 22,000 for two nights.

If you are a foodie go for a culinary break that offers meals at the restaurants in the hotel, complimentary wine and a gift hamper. If relaxation is on your mind, then chose the package with Kaya Kalp therapeutic spa treatments thrown in.

Call: 23454545.Rs 19,500 to 22,500

We recommend: Windamere, Darjeeling

A real winter treat can be a heritage tour to Darjeeling. The age-old charm of the Queen of Hills can be magnified with a stay at a heritage hotel such as the Windamere.

This is where you can still stay like a pucca sahib and take in the view of the magnificent Kanchenjungha while sipping Darjeeling tea.

Call: 22880909. Email: rom.kolkata@welcomheritagehotels. com.

Rs 5,000

We recommend: Aroma Thai foot spa

Spend a few hours to rejuvenate yourself so that you feel as if you have been to Thailand and back. Hit Aroma Thai, Kolkata's first foot spa that offers exotic foot spa therapies from Thailand.